Materials Science (Junior Division Only)

J1101 Avant, Nicole S. Grade 7, Monterey County
Absorbency: Do Dyes Matter? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Ralph Wege
School: San Benancio Middle School, Salinas
J1102 Babayan, Karine Grade 6, Los Angeles County
Soaps Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Arsho Azadian
School: Ribet Academy, Los Angeles
J1103 Constance, Shelby L. Grade 7, Fresno County
Determining if the Application of Scotch-gard and RIT Sun Guard Can Increase a Fabric's Ability to Block UVR: Year Two Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Nicole Luckin
School: Fairmont Elementary School, Sanger
J1104 Copeland, Alicia M. Grade 8, Merced County
Which Saddle Pad, Supracor or Equipedic, Will Dissipate the Most Heat from a Horse's Back? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Julie Whitfield
School: Heller (Peggy) Elementary School, Atwater
J1105 Crockett, Matthew P. Grade 8, Santa Clara County
How Can Weight and Stress Strengthen or Weaken Standard Fishing Line and How Long It Takes to Break? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Dan Judnick
School: Bernal Intermediate School, San Jose
J1106 Denker, Emily M. Grade 8, San Diego County
Can Various Laundry Detergent Additives Affect the Flammability of Fire Resistant Fabric? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Karen Madsen
School: Wangenheim Middle School, San Diego
J1107 Downie, Delaine A. Grade 8, San Diego County
Gel Capsule Solubility Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Cindy Skraby
School: St. Francis of Assisi School, Vista
J1108 Hartley, Lisa G. Grade 8, Orange County
Hidden Hazard During the Holidays Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Jelica Campos
School: St. Bonaventure Catholic School, Huntington Beach
J1109 Hawblitzel, Conor P. Grade 7, San Diego County
Impact of Roofing Materials on an Interior Fire Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Elaine Gillum
School: Marshall (Thurgood) Middle School, San Diego
J1110 Hilley, Victoria B. Grade 8, Ventura County
The Crunch Munchers vs. The Mush Mashers Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Debbie Dunn
School: Mesa Union Junior High School, Somis
J1111 Hunter, Alex K. Grade 6, Fresno County
Can Homeland Security Benefit from the Use of Heat and Light Sensitive Inks? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Brian Hunter
School: Maple Creek Elementary, Fresno
J1111 Rowland, Chas B. Grade 6, Fresno County
Can Homeland Security Benefit from the Use of Heat and Light Sensitive Inks? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Brian Hunter
School: Maple Creek Elementary, Fresno
J1111 Xiong, Vincent J. Grade 6, Fresno County
Can Homeland Security Benefit from the Use of Heat and Light Sensitive Inks? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Brian Hunter
School: Maple Creek Elementary, Fresno
J1112 Johansen, Brandon R. Grade 6, Fresno County
The Flame Game: Which Kind of Wood Burns Faster? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Darlene Kawano
School: Sutter (John) Middle School, Fowler
J1113 Jones, C. Maritta Grade 6, Mendocino County
Bacteria! Don't Drink It! Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Celeste Beck
School: Tree of Life Charter School, Ukiah
J1114 Jundt, Kristen J. Grade 8, Fresno County
Category Award
Moisture Migration: What Effects Do Punctured Barriers Have on Moisture Migration? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Kendia Herrington
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis
J1115 Kaplan Woodson, Jennie R. Grade 6, Humboldt County
What Would Wood Do? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David LaBolle
School: Sunny Brae Middle School, Arcata
J1116 Katkov, Hannah R. Grade 7, San Diego County
Does Price Equal Quality of One-Time-Use Cameras? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas
J1117 Keller, Carson B. Grade 8, Fresno County
Wood Shingles vs. Composition Shingles: A Comparative Analysis of Ignition Rates Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. David Piercy
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis
J1118 Kelly, Lauren E. Grade 6, Fresno County
Does Density Affect a Wood's Combustion Rate? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Jewely Lopez
School: Sanger Academy Charter School, Sanger
J1119 Knudsen, Dylan Z. Grade 8, San Diego County
Which Decking Is Most Flammable? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Bent Koch
School: Julian Junior High School, Julian
J1120 Lee, Daniel Grade 8, San Diego County
The Difference Between Standard Sealed Beam Headlights and Halogen Headlights Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Sally Sondreal
School: Marshall (Thurgood) Middle School, San Diego
J1121 Meyer, Lindsey A. Grade 7, Santa Cruz County
Category Award
An Analysis of Bismuth-Telluride Based Peltier Devices Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Bonnie Benham
School: Santa Cruz Montessori (Wavecrest) School, Aptos
J1122 Nakajima, Kasey N. Grade 8, Monterey County
Muffin Fluff: The Effect of Flour Type on Muffin Density Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Dianne Begbie
School: Colton (Walter) Middle School, Monterey
J1123 Nerhan, Kody N. Grade 8, San Mateo County
Rubberized Asphalt: A Sound Idea Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. William Dolyniuk
School: Woodside Elementary School, Woodside
J1124 Page, Kylie L. Grade 8, San Diego County
What Type of Sunglasses Are Best under UV Light? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Sally Sondreal
School: Marshall (Thurgood) Middle School, San Diego
J1125 Parks, Jacob M. Grade 8, Kern County
Every Volt Counts: Are Sport Drinks Worth It? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Jon Frank
School: Actis (O.J.) Junior High School, Bakersfield
J1126 Perek, Bradley E. Grade 7, Sacramento County
Burn Baby Burn. Antacids: Do They Work? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Dana Carrigan
School: Sutter Middle School, Folsom
J1127 Roberts, Sarah H. Grade 7, Fresno County
Is Sunscreen SPF for Real? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Rick Hoffman
School: Kastner (George W.) Intermediate School, Fresno
J1128 Schisler, Laura J. Grade 8, San Diego County
How Does Sodium Carbonate Influence the Process of a Fiber Reactive Dye? Project Abstract
Advisor: Dr. Lynn Shevinsky
School: Rio Seco Elementary School, Santee
J1129 Smith, Christine N. Grade 8, San Bernardino County
Category Award
How Do Sunblocks and Sunscreens Compare? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Roger Boersen
School: Redlands Christian School, Redlands
J1131 Valley, Christian D. Grade 7, Humboldt County
How Does Temperature Affect the Breaking Points of Different Types of Fishing Line? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Victor Aubin
School: Fieldbrook Elementary School, Arcata
J1132 Van Horne, Richard R. Grade 6, Kern County
Is Your Cleaner Making the Grade? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Tim Fromm
School: Franklin Elementary School, Bakersfield
J1133 Walker, Case B. Grade 8, Los Angeles County
Which Paper Towel Gives You the Most Bang for Your Buck? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Georgina Barriga
School: Westchester Neighborhood School, Westchester
J1134 Watkins, Krystal M. Grade 6, Tuolumne County
Which Smoke Detector Will Work Best to Alert You to the Possibility of a Fire? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Mike Miller
School: Sonora Elementary School, Sonora
J1135 Weddington, Adrian J. Grade 6, Fresno County
Best Buy in AA Batteries Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. John Weddington
School: Fairmont Elementary School, Sanger
J1136 Whittaker, Amelia M. Grade 8, San Diego County
Category Award
Stain Remover Experiment Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Go Ozeni
School: Correia (Steven V.) Junior High School, San Diego
J1137 Wittenberg, Asher H. Grade 8, San Diego County
Which Light Bulb Is Bright but Cool? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Rose Armour
School: San Diego Jewish Academy, San Diego
J1138 Wood, Sam D. Grade 8, San Diego County
Insulation and Flammability Characteristics of Straw BAle, Fiberglass, and Styrofoam Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas
J1139 Wynveen, Connor A. Grade 7, San Diego County
Blondes Can't Bear, All That Green Hair! Project Abstract
Advisor: Mrs. Kelly Macareille
School: Pershing (John J.) Middle School, San Diego
J1140 Youssef, Adam S. Grade 8, Fresno County
How Does Miswak Compare to a Toothbrush and Toothpaste in Cleaning and Killing Bacteria? Project Abstract
Advisor: Mr. Jeffrey Hodges
School: Alta Sierra Intermediate School, Clovis
J1141 Ziman, Frankie Grade 8, San Diego County
How Effective Is Your Mouthwash? Project Abstract
Advisor: Ms. Julie Reynolds
School: San Diego (Soille) Hebrew Day School, San Diego


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